How to advocate for yourself at doctor's visits, according to physicians

Plus more health news | Email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser.]( [Health Matters]( [How to advocate for yourself at doctor's visits, according to physicians]( By Angela Haupt Editor, Health and Wellness One of the reasons I don’t like going to the doctor is that I find it difficult to speak up, especially given the inherent power balance. Yet research suggests those who vocalize their medical needs are happier with their health care experiences—and more likely to see improvements in their symptoms. With that in mind, Carly Weeks asked physicians to share their best tips for patients who want to get better at advocating for themselves. [READ MORE]( Share This Story What Else to Read [How to Respond to an Insult, According to Therapists]( By Angela Haupt “What a wild thing to say out loud.” [Read More »]( [There's Yet Another Danger Lurking in Your Gas Stove]( By Jeffrey Kluger Nitrogen dioxide from open flames can be a serious health risk. [Read More »]( [Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are So Bad for You]( By Tara Law Research finds that highly processed food may pose health risks. [Read More »]( [Menopause Is Finally Going Mainstream]( By Jamie Ducharme After being ignored for decades. [Read More »]( [‘Body Grief’ Can Happen After a Weight Change. Here’s How to Cope With It]( By Angela Haupt Distress after weight changes often revolves around a profound sense of loss. [Read More »]( If you were forwarded this and want to sign up to receive it daily, [click here](. Today's newsletter was written by Angela Haupt and edited by Mandy Oaklander. [Want more from TIME? Sign up for our other newsletters.]( [Subscribe to TIME]( TIME may receive compensation for some links to products and services in this email. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Connect with TIME via [Facebook]( | [Twitter]( | [Newsletters]( [UNSUBSCRIBE]( [PRIVACY POLICY]( [YOUR CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS]( TIME Customer Service, P.O. Box 37508, Boone, IA 50037-0508 Questions? Contact health@time.com Copyright © 2024 TIME USA, LLC. All rights reserved.